Supply Chain Manager - ATI

American Trading International (ATI) is a global, service-driven export trading company that connects leading U.S. food and beverage brands with customers in more than 80 international markets worldwide.

At ATI, we work at the intersection of strategy, relationships, and execution. We support domestic and international partners as they expand into new markets, navigate complex global supply chains, and build sustainable, long-term growth. Our work is fast-paced and collaborative, with a strong emphasis on accountability, trust, and follow-through.

We are a team of thoughtful, commercially minded professionals who value teamwork, integrity, and ambition. ATI is a place for people who enjoy solving real problems, working across cultures and functions, and contributing meaningfully to shared goals.

We are looking for individuals who are interested in building a long-term career, who take pride in their work, and who want to grow alongside a global organization that values diverse perspectives and inclusive collaboration.

What you’ll do

As Supply Chain Manager, you will be responsible for optimizing the end-to-end lifecycle of inventory, ensuring alignment between supply and demand while driving efficiency, accuracy, cost control, and timeliness across all customers and markets.

You will act as the central owner of supply-demand planning and inventory performance, ensuring that ATI’s supply chain operates proactively, not reactively. This role requires strong analytical capability, an ownership mindset, and the ability to drive accountability across internal teams and external partners.

Key responsibilities include:

Supply-demand alignment & inventory optimization

• Continuously balance supplier capacity, demand forecasts, and customer order priorities
• Optimize inventory levels across all customers to minimize stockouts, excess, and inefficiencies
• Partner with Sales, Operations, and suppliers to ensure accurate demand planning and supply readiness

Issue ownership & escalation management

• Own and lead the resolution of supply chain escalations, both internally and externally
• Act as the point of accountability for resolving supply disruptions, shortages, or allocation challenges
• Ensure issues are driven through to full resolution with clear communication and accountability

Performance tracking & accountability

• Track and analyze supply chain performance against SLAs, forecasts, and operational targets
• Hold the supply chain team accountable for delivering accurate, on-time, and efficient outcomes
• Develop and maintain reporting frameworks to ensure visibility across departments

Continuous improvement & process optimization

• Identify and implement improvements to internal and external supply chain processes
• Drive measurable improvements in performance through SLA adherence and system enhancements
• Lead initiatives to improve planning accuracy, inventory turns, and operational efficiency

End-to-end systems optimization

• Optimize systems and tools supporting forecasting, inventory management, and order planning
• Ensure data integrity and alignment across systems used by Sales, Operations, and Finance
• Identify opportunities to improve automation, visibility, and decision-making capability

Cross-functional alignment & execution

• Partner with Sales, Logistics, Operations, and Finance to ensure supply chain decisions support business objectives
• Align supply chain planning with commercial priorities and operational execution
• Support the delivery of quarterly and annual business priorities

What Success Looks Like

In your first 12–24 months, success will include:

• Strong alignment between forecast, supply, and inventory levels
• Reduction in supply chain disruptions and improved issue resolution speed
• High confidence in supply chain data, reporting, and decision-making
• Improved SLA performance across all customers and orders
• A proactive, accountable supply chain function that supports business growth
• Successful delivery of key operational and strategic priorities

Requirements

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in supply chain management, demand planning, or inventory management within the wholesale/food export industry.
• Strong analytical capability with the ability to make data-driven decisions under uncertainty
• Experience managing forecasting, inventory optimization, and supplier coordination
• Demonstrated ability to own and resolve complex supply chain issues
• Strong systems mindset with experience improving processes and tools
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive alignment across teams
• Strong communication, organization, and accountabilities

Benefits

Core Competencies

• End-to-End Supply Chain Optimization
• Analytical Decision Making & Risk Management
• Ownership & Escalation Leadership
• Team Leadership & Performance Management

Compensation & Benefits

ATI offers a competitive total rewards package designed to support our employees’ health, well-being, and long-term success. Final compensation will be commensurate with experience, scope, and level (Director or VP).

Our benefits include:

• Competitive base salary and performance-based incentive opportunities [State RANGE!]
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Paid time off, including vacation and company-recognized holidays
• Professional development support and growth opportunities
• Travel opportunities and exposure to global markets

Our Commitment to Inclusion

ATI is committed to building a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and able to do their best work. We value diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences, and we believe inclusive teams make better decisions and stronger businesses.

We encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every requirement listed but who bring relevant experience, curiosity, and a strong alignment with the role and our values.